Clinical Educator - RN/RPN

Extendicare; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education allowance for employees and/

Career advancement opportunities

Health and dental benefits

Education allowance for employees and/

Employee Assistance Program

Employee perks and exclusive offers

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a Clinical Educator to train field staff across the district, delivering education and in-services to ensure safe, high-quality care. The role includes selecting preceptors, providing clinical orientation to nurses, and coordinating educational activities in line with the district plan.

You will bring RN or RPN licensure in good standing, several years in adult education and community nursing, solid presentation skills, and ability to travel.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with provincial college
• 3–5 years experience in adult education environment
• 2–3 years experience as RN/RPN in community setting preferred
• CNA certification as Community Health Nurse is an asset
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation (Mental Health Act, Privacy Act, etc.)
• Ability to travel across the district to deliver education to staff

Responsibilities

• Select and educate preceptors for students on placement
• Provide clinical orientation to Nurses
• Arrange mandatory or centre-specific education including back care training
• Coordinate the district education plan with Care and Services Manager
• Deliver PSS/Nursing training programs in the district
• Create education plans annually for field staff
• Stay informed of changes in practice settings affecting scope of practice
• Promote ParaMed policies through education and training
• Incorporate client-centered practice in training events

Skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Travel ability

Adult education experience

Education

Registered Nurse license

Registered Practical Nurse license

CNA — Community Health Nurse (asset)

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Job Description

As the Clinical Educator, you will be accountable for the training and education of field staff within the district. You will have the competence to deliver training, education, and in- services for all business lines as outlined by the district education plan ensuring the delivery of safe, quality care and service.

Why you'll love working here:

• Celebration and Recognition programs
• Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans
• Education allowance for employees and family
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee perks and exclusive offers

What you'll do:

• Select and educate preceptors for students on placement
• Provides clinical orientation to Nurses
• Arranges mandatory or centre specific education including back care training
• Operationalize the district educational plan in collaboration with the Care and Services Manager
• Deliver PSS/ Nursing training programs in the district
• Conduct needs analysis to support creation of education plan for the District
• Stay informed of changes in practice settings that affect scope of practice
• Champion ParaMed's policies and procedures through education and training of staff
• Integrate client-centered practice expectations in all education and training events
• Create training and education plans annually for field staff

What you'll bring:

• Registration/licensing in good standing as a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse with provincial regulatory college
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in an adult education environment
• Preferably has a minimum of 2 to 3 years' experience as a practicing Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse in a community setting
• C.N.A. certification as a Community Health Nurse is an asset
• Working knowledge of applicable legislation including but not limited to the Mental Health Act, Substitute Decisions Act, Healthcare Consent Act, Privacy / Personal Health Information Act
• Competence in best practices and standards of care for palliative, wound care, intravenous therapy, oncology and other specialties as relevant to the district needs
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of applicable community resources available for clients and families
• Demonstrates commitment to professional development through involvement in committees, memberships, and associations relevant to home health care.
• Possesses a valid driver's license and vehicle and able to travel across the district to deliver education to staff
• Excellent computer skills including experience in Word, Powerpoint and Excel are required
• Able to provide a current, clear Vulnerable Position Screening (VPS)

This is a replacement position

Time Type

Full time

Compensation Details

Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process.

ParaMed is Canada's leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment - every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

ParaMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

ParaMed is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail].

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.